Samsung HZ30W vs Sony A9

In this article, we are matching up the Samsung HZ30W and Sony A9, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Samsung and Sony. There exists a considerable gap among the image resolutions of the HZ30W (12MP) and A9 (24MP) and the HZ30W (1/2.3") and A9 (Full frame) use different sensor dimensions.

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The HZ30W was revealed 8 years before the A9 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Samsung HZ30W being a Compact camera and the Sony A9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief summation of how the HZ30W matches up versus the A9 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung HZ30W & Sony Alpha A9. The full galleries are available at Samsung HZ30W Gallery & Sony A9 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera often, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Samsung HZ30W has got physical measurements of 107mm x 61mm x 28mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs) while the Sony A9 has measurements of 127mm x 96mm x 63mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.5") having a weight of 673 grams (1.48 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the HZ30W compared to the A9.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the HZ30W and A9 is 91 and 65 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes simply by viewing technical specs. The image underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the HZ30W and A9.

As you have seen, both of those cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The HZ30W using its smaller sensor is going to make shooting bokeh harder and the Sony A9 will provide you with extra detail because of its extra 12MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged HZ30W will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.